Active Jobs at Trouw Nutrition

Job Description: 

Laboratory support:

• Takes care of the logistics process of samples (fetching, delivering, and storage) in order to support an efficient testing process, preventing delays in the
• testing and / or production process.
• Ensure that samples of non-confirming products are sent to the lab for testing.

Quality control:

• Monitor online quality by carrying out inspections on on-line activities and completion of necessary check sheets.
• Verify effectiveness of flushing and product change over to prevent cross contamination.
• Conduct product colour and texture checks for premixes.
• Verification of PRP’s and OPRP’s.
• Ensure product rejected by metal detector is safely isolated, verified, safely disposed and records maintained.
• Monitoring of process control sheets for completion.
• Monitoring of labelling and coding on product from receipt to finished product in accordance with traceability system.
• Practices good housekeeping in their areas of work.
• Monitors the verification activities of the Food safety system such as Metal detectors , Magnets, scales.
• Ensure rework generated per shift is recorded.
• Ensure retention samples are properly labelled.
• Conduct locker, change rooms, canteen and maintenance toolbox inspections for hygiene and pests
• Random verification checks on final product or raw materials release at dispatch .

Reporting:

• Reports deviations through NCA system and advises of the necessary corrective actions to Supervisors, Maintenance and Quality when required.
• Report all FS risks to the Supervisors, Maintenance and Quality when required.

Quality Assurance:

• Comply with the ISO 22000:2018 FS requirements.
• Comply with legal and company rules and procedures in the areas of quality, safety and environment 

Maintenance:

• Conduct locker, change rooms, canteen and maintenance toolbox inspections for hygiene and pests.
• Perform random verification of weigh bridge details and deviations reported.

Other duties:

• Perform random verification of supplier documents against product label details.
• Perform weekly checks at the warehouse to verify FIFO/FEFO, product spillages and correct sampling verification.
• Random checks on the truck inspections checklists for receiving and dispatch.

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Job Description: 

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain all equipment to required standards and respond to production needs and equipment failures.
• Assembling and installing machines then testing them to make sure they are working correctly
• Must work in full compliance with the approved safety regulations. Candidate will be responsible for LOTOTO, issuing of work permits and supervision of contractors.
• Managing the layout and placement of equipment and machinery in factory settings to ensure minimum downtime
• Identifying and repairing problematic parts of a machine by running tests, making temporary repairs, or installing new parts
• Overseeing preventive maintenance by identifying and correcting potential issues, removing worn out pieces and lubricating mechanical parts
• Using machinery or equipment, such as forklifts, to move mechanical parts
• Develop training material to train operators on how to efficiently operate equipment.
• Identify critical spare parts for equipment’s and ensure availability of the parts to reduce breakdowns.
• Investigate the Root cause of major breakdowns.
• Identifying and reporting potential asset care problems during inspections.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Qualification: Matric or equivalent/N3 with a Trade Test as a Millwright.
• Language: Strong proficiency in English and the local language.
• Professional Experience and Passion: At least 6 years of relevant experience as a Millwright in a production or manufacturing environment. Exposure to PLCs and AC drives is required. Hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance skills in both mechanical and electrical areas are essential. Prepared to work overtime and do call-outs to meet production needs or address equipment failures.
• Creative Problem Solvers: Ability to tackle challenges creatively and find the best solutions.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Appreciation for diverse perspectives, with a willingness to share ideas and work inclusively.
• Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work synergistically with others to achieve common goals.

Why You Will Love Working with Us:

• We will offer you a fulltime position
• Your position is classified in a Nutreco Hay scale.
• You will get competitive amount of annual leave days,
• You will receive an attractive salary based on skills and experience - paid in 12/13 monthly payments
• Responsibility for your own specialisms and development opportunities within the company.